We have been here before when it was el Presidente and really enjoy it. Still has that great charm. Only the name has changed.
The rooms are clean and modern and the staff are very friendly and helpful. There are three pools and beautiful cacti gardens throughout the resort.
We sometimes hear comments about the food not being so good but we found it wonderful, a good variety, different theme every night and good price for the all inclusive. Can't get better in town for this price although it is nice to treat yourself to a Mexican meal in town now and again.
It was very quiet when we were there (Nov 29/12 to Dec 11/12) and very relaxing. Treat the locals with respect and courtesy and have a good time. For the party types and spring breakers...go to San Lucas!

We knew what to expect when coming here. We didn't think this was going to be an absolute "paradise," but we were very pleasantly surprised. It's very good service for the price (especially since we got a deal from AmazonLocal). The food was just so-so, and if you're picky, you'll have a tough time finding something to suit your tastes. But you'll find something decent enough. The Mexican food night was the best, obviously. We traveled the first week in December, when it was very slow, so only the one buffet restaurant (Napa) was open for dinner, with an a la carte restaurant also open every few nights. Napa was what was open for breakfast and lunch, too, as well as El Caribeno, the snack bar. If you happen to go out fishing, you can bring back the fish and they'll cook it up for you for dinner. We did this two nights, and their ceviche was to-die-for. Ask for Ricardo at La Playita, and you'll have a good day fishing.

Beds were firm, and sleep wasn't the best, but the hotel was very quiet and the drapes block out 95% of the light.

No swimming at the beach, but you can wade in, and it's fine. There are beach-side trinket sellers (and sellers of other things....), but just tell them "No thank you" and they won't bother you any more. The time-share people at the hotel aren't as easy to dodge, however. Once you check into the hotel, they've got a system worked out between the hotel and the timeshare people, where the timeshare person first explains to you the restaurant options and how the hotel operates, sounding very legitimate, and then the person will go into what activities they offer and whatnot, and that it's only 90 minutes of your time and a $20 "deposit." JUST SAY NO. But you'll see them several times. JUST SAY NO.

My boyfriend and I are in our mid-20s, and we were probably the youngest couple there without kids. Most people were couples in their 40s or 50s. There were a few 30-somethings with young kids, but there wouldn't be a lot for kids to do other than to swim in the pool.

If you want a no-hassle trip where you don't have to think about paying for every meal and every drink, this place is a good bet. It's not a five-star Westin resort, but as long as you know what to expect from the Holiday Inn name, you'll be happy.

We came back because of the hospitality of the staff such as Raul, the front office manager and others, too many to mention. We also love the beautiful well maintained grounds. The rooms are modern and clean. If you are looking for a quiet and relaxing holday, this is the place to be.
Another reason we love this place is because of the tennis. There are 3 well maintained tennis courts. Luis, Omar and Ivan are in charge of the tennis. From Monday to Friday at 10:00 am, they run a great free clinic where you will hit two huge shopping carts full of tennis balls. Also if you would like a private lesson, they would happily accommodate you. They will also try to find someone to play tennis with you if you are alone. Arrive early at the courts so they can arrange something for you. They also have very good tennis racquets you can borrow at no cost if you don't have your raquets with you. Luis, Omar and Ivan is one of the reasons my wife and I keep wanting to go back to this resort. Hoping to go back soon!

Cocktails made with local liquor, barely drinkable. If you are wine drinkers like us, look elsewhere. Mostly had to dump them out. Food was ok? Staff were gracious enough. Actually had nice tacos by the pomthst were better prepared than in the buffet. If you want anything nice here, be prepared to pay extra! Nice beach, looks like the Sahara desert it is so huge. Very quiet area, expect to be traveling if you need activities.